Transformative Therapeutic Foster Carer - Family Therapist

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Bedford; On-site; GBP 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A local fostering agency is seeking Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers in Bedford to provide full-time care to children transitioning from residential care to a family environment. The role offers a salary of £62,000 per year plus allowances and comprehensive support, including specialist training and clinical supervision. Ideal candidates should be nurturing, resilient, and have experience in child support roles. This is an opportunity to significantly impact a child's life and your community.

Benefits

£1,000 additional allowances for holidays and birthdays

Up to 28 days respite each year

Specialist trauma-informed training

Ongoing professional development

Peer support networks

Qualifications

• Can offer full-time care with a dedicated bedroom for fostering.
• Experience in therapeutic or family support roles is highly valued.
• Ability to support emotional, behavioral, or relational needs of children.

Responsibilities

• Welcome a young person into your home and provide full-time care.
• Help children transition out of residential care into family environments.
• Support children to heal and thrive through trauma-informed practices.

Skills

Experience supporting children or young people

Resilience

Nurturing attitude

Open to learning

Job description

A local fostering agency is seeking Specialist Therapeutic Foster Carers in Bedford to provide full-time care to children transitioning from residential care to a family environment. The role offers a salary of £62,000 per year plus allowances and comprehensive support, including specialist training and clinical supervision. Ideal candidates should be nurturing, resilient, and have experience in child support roles. This is an opportunity to significantly impact a child's life and your community.